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The Only Straw Sustainability Actions

Launched compostable straws

The brand introduced drinking straws made from rice and tapioca starch. It says the straws are designed to last during a drink but then break down in under 90 days, including in home compost and other environments. The aim is to offer an alternative to plastic and paper straws that create waste after use. The brand also describes the product as marine and wildlife friendly, meaning it is meant to be less harmful if it ends up in nature.

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Promoted zero-waste use

The company presents its straw as a zero-waste alternative to common disposable straws. On LinkedIn, it describes the product as biodegradable, home compostable, and designed to leave no footprint in less than 90 days. This is a claim about how the material is meant to behave after disposal, not proof of a full life-cycle impact study. The brand also says the straw is meant to reduce waste in hospitality and takeaway settings.

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Expanded access for businesses

A 2023 media release said the straws were being made available to businesses across Australia. That suggests the company moved beyond a small local offer and tried to get its product into wider use. The release framed the product as a response to the problem of soggy paper straws and as a practical option for food and drink businesses looking for a different disposable straw.

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